Government Relations - Associate

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The Government Relations team evaluates and manages political risk for the firm, our business units, and portfolio companies by monitoring policy proposals and political activity, and engaging with a global network of industry experts, policymakers, and government officials. The Blackstone Government Relation department seeks an associate to help navigate regulatory, legislative, and political risk for Blackstone and Blackstone portfolio companies.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor current events and news relevant to Blackstone and Blackstone portfolio companies
• Provide general administrative support
• Attend key policy events and prepare summaries
• Lead research projects on key policy priorities
• Review industry comment letters and provide feedback. Coordinate collecting comments on letters from key stakeholders
• Review and monitor federal and state activity, including legislation and regulation, relevant to Blackstone and Blackstone portfolio companies

Qualifications:

Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent, and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. Qualifications include:

• Strong writing and organizational skills
• Strong interest in politics and current events
• Ability to work independently while remaining a strong team player
• Critical attention to detail and analytical skills
• Enthusiasm and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively
• Ability to work outside regular business hours on time sensitive matters
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Strong academic record

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

$85,000 - $130,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation: Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with the advertised role.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;
• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and
• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;
• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.
• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

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